The Real Deal Pod: Allister Carrington & Geoff Lee’s Pro Insights in Real Estate

🎙️ Episode 68: Why Realtors Matter in Pre-Sales + Mortgage Must-Knows

We’ve hit Episode 68 of The Real Deal Pod—a milestone most podcasts never reach—and we’re celebrating with some of the most important real estate and mortgage insights you need to know.
 
In this episode:
🏡 Pre-Sales & Realtors – Why it’s critical to have a realtor represent you, especially during the deficiency walkthrough.
💰 Mortgage Portability – How to transfer your mortgage to a new property without surprises.
🔑 Bridge Financing – What it really is, when it applies, and why not every lender offers it.
📊 Mortgage Options – The features that matter more than just your rate.
 
Whether you’re buying, selling, or planning your next move, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to make smarter decisions.
 
🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube!
 
➡️ Find out how we can help you with your homeownership journey!
 
Allister Carrington
Realtor, Fraser Valley Real Estate
🌐 www.AllisterCarrington.com
📞 1.778.990.8703
📩 allister@allistercarrington.com
 
Geoff Lee
Mortgage Broker, GLM Mortgage Group
🌐 www.GLMmortgage.com
📞 1.604.259.1486
📩 geoff@GLMmortgage.com
 
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🎙️ Episode 67: Wages vs. Housing Prices – The 7× Gap Changing Canada’s Real Estate Game

Canadian home prices have grown nearly 7× faster than wages since 1981—and the gap is only getting wider. In Episode 67 of The Real Deal Pod, Allister Carrington and Geoff Lee break down what this means for buyers, sellers, and investors right now.
 
We cover:
🔹 Wages vs. Housing Prices: The Stats Canada numbers you need to know.
🔹 Variable Mortgages Explained: Static vs. adjustable rates, and the truth about “trigger rates.”
🔹 Affordability Challenges: Why short-term politics make long-term solutions so difficult.
🔹 Winning Strategies: Budgeting tips, prepayment privileges, and how to shave years off your mortgage.
 
Whether you’re navigating the market today or planning for the future, this episode gives you the insights to make confident moves.
 
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch on YouTube.
 
➡️ Find out how we can help you with your homeownership journey!
 
Allister Carrington
Realtor, Royal LePage Little Oak
🌐 www.AllisterCarrington.com
📞 1.778.990.8703
📧 allister@allistercarrington.com
 
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🎙️ Episode 66: Why 70,000 People Left BC – The Housing Crisis Driving Talent Away

Nearly 70,000 people left BC last year – the largest exodus in three decades – and 77% were under 40. Young professionals, families, and skilled workers are leaving for more affordable provinces, raising serious questions about BC’s future.
 
In this episode of The Real Deal Pod, Allister & Geoff dive into:
• The Stay With BC campaign findings – housing costs, high taxes, low wages, and strained public services.
• The rise of co-ownership as a creative solution (and what to know legally before jumping in).
• Why the province is struggling to retain the next generation of talent – and what needs to change.
 
If you care about housing affordability, market shifts, and real solutions, this is an episode you’ll want to share.
🎧 Download now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.
 
➡️ Find out how we can help you with your homeownership journey!
 
Allister Carrington
Realtor, Fraser Valley Real Estate
🌐 www.AllisterCarrington.com
📞 1.778.990.8703
📧 allister@allistercarrington.com
 
Geoff Lee
Mortgage Broker, GLM Mortgage Group
🌐 www.GLMmortgage.com
📞 1.604.259.1486
📧 geoff@GLMmortgage.com
 
#HousingCrisisBC #StayWithBC #RealDealPod #VancouverRealEstate #BCExodus #HomeAffordability #CanadianRealEstate #CoOwnership

🎙️ Episode 65: Curb Appeal – The Overlooked Profit Booster for Sellers 🌿💰

Think curb appeal is just about looks? Think again.
 
In Episode 65 of The Real Deal Pod, Allister and Geoff sit down with Victor Kulla, co-owner of Huckleberry Landscape Design, to uncover how simple exterior upgrades can seriously boost your bottom line.
 
Victor shares how his team helps sellers and realtors across Surrey, Delta, Langley, and White Rock transform properties in just 2 hours—no major reno required. We talk ROI, buyer psychology, and how landscaping can make or break that critical first impression.
 
🔑 What You’ll Learn:
 
Why buyers decide within the first 7 steps of a showing
The 100–500% ROI potential of smart curb appeal
Quick wins sellers can implement in a single afternoon
What realtors should look for when recommending service providers
 
 
This isn’t fluff—it’s about strategic improvements that sell homes faster and for more money.
 
Want the curb appeal edge?
 
➡️ Connect with Today’s Guest:
Victor Kulla
Co-Owner, Huckleberry Landscape Design
www.huckleberrylandscape.ca
 
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.
 
➡️ Find out how we can help you on your path to homeownership!
 
Allister Carrington
Realtor®, Fraser Valley Real Estate
🌐 www.AllisterCarrington.com
📞 1.778.990.8703
📩 allister@allistercarrington.com
 
Geoff Lee
Mortgage Broker, GLM Mortgage Group
🌐 www.GLMmortgage.com
📞 1.604.259.1486
📩 geoff@GLMmortgage.com
 
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🎙️ Ep. 64 | Population Slowdown, Rate Predictions & Market Power Moves

In Episode 64 of The Real Deal Pod, Allister and Geoff tackle three major forces shaping the Canadian real estate market right now:
 
✅ Canada’s population growth slowdown — what it means for home prices, immigration policy, and long-term demand.
✅ Bank of Canada rate predictions — will they hold steady or make a move?
✅ Real talk for home buyers, sellers, and anyone renewing a mortgage in 2025.
 
Geoff shares how to avoid renewal traps, payment shock, and missed opportunities, while Allister unpacks why some sellers still won’t negotiate—and how buyers can leverage that to their advantage.
 
📍 Whether you’re in the market or advising clients, this episode breaks it all down with clarity, humour, and strategy.
 
🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or your go-to podcast app.
 
🔔 Don’t forget to follow, like, and share—so you never miss The Real Deal.
 
➡️  Find out how we can help you with your homeownership journey!
 
Allister Carrington
Realtor, Fraser Valley Real Estate
🌐 www.AllisterCarrington.com
📞 1.778.990.8703
📩 allister@allistercarrington.com
 
Geoff Lee
Mortgage Broker, GLM Mortgage Group
🌐 www.GLMmortgage.com
📞 1.604.259.1486
📩 geoff@GLMmortgage.com
 
#RealDealPod #RealEstateCanada #MortgageRenewalTips #VancouverHousingMarket #AllisterCarringtonRealEstate #GLMMortgageGroup #BuySmartSellSmart #EmpowerAdviseRepresent

🎙️ Episode 63: Renting vs. Buying in 2025 – What You’re NOT Being Told

In Episode 63 of The Real Deal Pod: With Allister & Geoff, we tackle the age-old debate—is it better to rent or buy in today’s market?
 
Using a $500,000 condo as a real-world example, Allister and Geoff break down the true costs and long-term benefits of each option. You’ll learn why owning a home—even with a higher monthly payment—can unlock serious equity and long-term financial gains, while renting may be more costly than it seems when you look at the bigger picture.
 
🔑 PLUS:
At the 47:06 mark, Allister shares why building your “Power Team”—a trusted group of real estate, mortgage, and financial professionals who collaborate—is critical to your success. Learn how to spot red flags and avoid getting conflicting advice that could cost you thousands.
 
✅ Perfect for first-time buyers, renters on the fence, and anyone looking to build wealth through smart real estate decisions.
 
🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube to hear how to make informed decisions that build real financial freedom.
 
➡️ Find out how we can help you on your path to homeownership!
 
Allister Carrington
Realtor®, Fraser Valley Real Estate
🌐 www.AllisterCarrington.com
📞 1.778.990.8703
📩 allister@allistercarrington.com
 
Geoff Lee
Mortgage Broker, GLM Mortgage Group
🌐 www.GLMmortgage.com
📞 1.604.259.1486
📩 geoff@GLMmortgage.com
 
#VancouverMortgageBroker #GLMMortgageGroup #MortgageBroker #Realtor #AllisterCarringtonRealEstate #RealEstate #LangleyRealtor #RealEstatePodcast #RentingVsBuying #PowerTeamSuccess #HomeownershipGoals #RealEstateTips #WealthBuilding #CanadianRealEstate

🎙️Episode 62: Is the Condo Market Stuck? Why 2025 Is Challenging for Owners, Investors & Buyers

The condo market in 2025 is sending shockwaves through Vancouver and Toronto. With a 37% drop in Vancouver and a 75% drop in Toronto since 2022—and inventory doubling—many owners feel trapped and investors are pulling back. So… what’s really going on?
 
In Episode 62 of The Real Deal Pod, hosts Allister Carrington and Geoff Lee sit down with David Marchioro, property manager and founder of Parallel Property Solutions, to unpack:
 
Why condos are struggling to sell (and rent)
The ripple effect on townhomes and detached homes
Smart strategies for screening tenants in a high-vacancy market
What quality property management looks like in 2025
How to protect your investment when uncertainty is the only constant
 
 
Whether you’re a condo owner, investor, landlord, or just watching the headlines—this episode is packed with expert insight and practical advice to help you stay ahead of the curve.
 
 
🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms.
 
🔗 Connect with today’s guest:
David Marchioro
Founder, Parallel Property Solutions
🌐 www.parallelpropertysolutions.com
 
 
👉 Need help navigating this market? Let’s talk:
Allister Carrington | Realtor®
📧 allister@allistercarrington.com
🌐 www.AllisterCarrington.com
 
Geoff Lee | Mortgage Broker, GLM Mortgage Group
📧 geoff@GLMmortgage.com
🌐 www.GLMmortgage.com
 
#VancouverRealEstate #GLMMortgageGroup #MortgageBroker #AllisterCarringtonRealEstate #LangleyRealtor #CondoMarket2025 #RealEstatePodcast #RealEstateInvesting #TenantScreening #RentalPropertyManagement #TheRealDealPod #EmpowerAdviseRepresent

🎙️ Episode 61: Prices Drop, Inventory Climbs, and Renters Are Losing Out — Here’s Why

This week on The Real Deal Pod, Allister & Geoff break down what’s really happening in the Fraser Valley housing market:
 
🏠 Sales are slow — despite falling prices and tons of inventory
💡 Buying power simplified: What income, debt, and monthly payments really mean
🔑 Renting vs. buying in 2025 — who’s really coming out ahead?
📉 Why bad economic news = good mortgage news
 
Whether you’re in the market or on the fence, this episode will help you cut through the noise and make smart moves.
 
👉 Download and listen now. You’ll be smarter in 47 minutes.
 
#RealEstatePodcast #MortgageTalk #FraserValleyRealEstate #HomeBuying2025 #CanadaDayRecap #GLMMortgage #AllisterCarrington #RealDealPod